Shanghai, China

Shanghai French Concession

Shanghai French Concession, Shanghai

Established in 1849 and abolished in 1943, this former French settlement spreads its plane-tree avenues, shikumen lanes, and Art Deco villas across central Shanghai. Once a center of café culture, it remains the city's most romantic district.

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Roots Earth has a longer story for Shanghai French Concession, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Location

Coordinates: 31.2145, 121.456

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